HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY

February is the month for little indulgences… irresistible chocolates, specialty candies, hand decorated gingerbread and sugar cookies, sweetly decorated cup cakes (chocolate, vanilla, red velvet) and lots of treats from Soma and Xococava, our local chocolate makers. It’s time to enjoy special treats from our bakery…

NEW Mini Conversation Heart Cakes:
Red Velvet (four layers of red velvet cake with strawberry preserve filling and cream cheese frosting) and Chocolate Hazelnut Chiffon (four layers of hazelnut lemon cake with hazelnut chocolate mousse filling, hazelnut butter cream frosting and chocolate glaze).
$10.50, 3-inch. Indulgence for two.

Our decadent Chocolate Caramel Pecan Torte is a totally sinful dark chocolate cake with layers of gooey sea salt caramel and pecans.
$8.95 3-inch, $24.50, 6-inch.

The Chocolate Heart Cake (layers of moist deep chocolate-flavoured cake with chocolate frosting) is the perfect cake for the whole family to enjoy.
$21.95 6-inch, serves 6 to 8.

Red Velvet Baby Cakes with cream cheese frosting and a dusting of pink and red sugar are also just right for sharing: $14.95/dozen.

A ROMANTIC DINNER FOR TWO

Just imagine a delicious dinner for two at home: no parking, no rushing around, no hassles!

Start with a tasty Cream of Roasted Fennel Soup, follow with a main course of Beef Tenderloin with Cracked Pepper Dijon Crust or Grilled Salmon with Caper Dill Sauce, accompanied by Kale, Green Beans & Roasted Red Peppers and Roasted Lemon Thyme Baby Potatoes.

Enjoy a small cheese plate of award-winning Canadian Artisan Cheeses with fresh figs and toasted almonds.

Finish with a mini conversation heart cake or simply an outrageously delicious Rabitos Royale (dark chocolate-coated, brandy truffle-filled fig imported from Spain).

You’ll find more to choose from at www.allthebestfinefoods.com

SEVEN LAYER DIP

This combo of Tex Mex flavours is a great snack to serve the gang. Spread a layer of spicy refried black beans on a platter and top with layers of salsa or fresh pico de gallo, guacamole, chopped black olives, grated cheddar cheese, sour cream and chopped green onions. Accompany with a basket of fresh, crisp tortilla chips.

Guacamole

This delicious avocado mix is a popular party snack by itself and an important element of a seven layer dip.  It’s also an essential condiment with many south-of-the-border dishes. Best enjoyed the day it is made.

2 ripe avocados
Juice of 1-2 limes
1 tomato, seeded and finely diced
2 tbsp/30ml finely chopped red onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely diced (optional)
1 tbsp/15 ml chopped cilantro
kosher or sea salt

Halve avocados, remove pits and scoop flesh from the skins. In a large bowl, using a potato masher or a fork, mash avocados until almost smooth. Sprinkle with lime juice.

In a small bowl, combine tomato, onion, garlic, jalapeno (if using) and cilantro. Sprinkle with lime juice and a little salt. Stir about two thirds of the tomato mix into the mashed avocado.

Taste and adjust seasoning, adding a dash more lime juice, salt or cilantro if necessary. Spread the rest of the tomato mix on top.

Makes about 11/2 cups/375 ml

THE BEST DEALS

Be among the first to enjoy great value on freshly-prepared family suppers for four and special treats for dessert throughout the month of February.

Feb 1-7: Buffalo Wings with Blue Cheese Dip. Special $15.95 for 2. Banana Marble Cake-to-go: Special $9.95 serves 9.

Feb 8-14: Pork Pot Roast with Carrots & Mashed Potatoes: Special $15.95 serves 3-4. Fudge Brownies-to-go: Special $9.95 serves 9.

Feb 15-21: Macaroni & Cheese: Special $15.95 serves 3-4. Pecan Raisin Bread Pudding: Special $9.95 serves 3-4.

Feb 22-28: Traditional Meat Loaf, Marinara Sauce and Mashed Potatoes: Special $15.95 Apple Cinnamon Crisp: Special $9.95.

These meal deals are very popular and sometimes our supply runs out towards the end of the day. We hate to disappoint you. We suggest that you call ahead and place an order: 416.928.3330

ALL THE BEST FIRST ANNIVERSARY

One year ago this month we moved into our gorgeous newly renovated store. Come join us for a great party to celebrate!

For four days (Thursday–Sunday, Feb 23-26) there will be lots of fabulous deals on many of your favourite foods and featured tastings every day.

To find out all the details click below.
SPECIALS FOR SPORTS FANS

Getting together with friends to watch the big game? Heading back to the fire after a day on the slopes? You need tasty snacks and easy-eating suppers that are on the table in just a few minutes. Here are some suggestions…

All The Best Seven Layer Dip-Serve with blue or white corn chips (available Feb 1-7). $17.95 snacks for 10.

Roasted Red Pepper & Feta Dip $7.95/250ml or hot Crab Melt $7.50/250ml. Serve with All The Best Crackerbreads.

Fresh Vegetable Cruditées. $7.95 serves 6.

Sausage Rolls with Honey Mustard Dip $15/dozen.

Buffalo Wings with Blue Cheese Dip: (available Feb 1-7) $15.95 feast for 2

Spicy Quesadillas: Chèvre & Chicken $6.95 or Mixed Bean $5.95

Pizzas: Margherita, Berkshire Bacon, Three Cheese, Grilled Vegetable $10.95-$12.95

Super Bowl Cheese Tray: Aged Cheddar, Cave-aged Gruyère, Brie de Meaux, Shropshire Blue with all the trimmings. Assembled and ready to serve. Minimum order 10 servings. Market price.

Assorted Dip & Cracker Platter: Choice of three dips with crackerbreads, pita, and lemon rosemary olives. Assembled and ready to serve. $79.95 serves 10 -15

Chili con Carne $59.95 serves 10-12 with The Best Cornbread $5.50

Chicken Pot Pie (awarded #1 in the city by experts in North Toronto Post Magazine) $26.95 serves 6. Chicken Pot Pie Casserole $69.95 serves 10-12.

Traditional Beef Lasagne $69.95 serves 10-12

For complete seasonal offerings:

SOUP'S ON!

This month we feature Alba Lisa Soups. These delicious creamy, all-vegetable soups are made locally using homemade stock and all natural ingredients. They are gluten free, cholesterol free, preservative free, low in saturated fats and enriched with almond milk. Flavours include Roasted Tomato, Mushroom, Beet, Potato-Chive, Sweet Potato and Broccoli.

Taste Alba Lisa Soups at our anniversary party: Sat & Sun, Feb 25 & 26, noon-5 pm

"Amazing job-and perfect food selection."
Mona Malone, BMO Financial Group

“Everything went so well last night. Thank you! It was so delicious. I loved it."
Stephanie Galloway

“The party was great on Monday. Thanks. I received many compliments about how good the food was!” Jennifer Keskikyla